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Colombia's victory over New Zealand has changed the game in Group A of women's football at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, forcing the two remaining teams to claim victory.
France does not want to give an advantage, while Canada is in the final moments of its participation in the sporting event.
France wants to secure its place in the next round of the 2024 Olympic Games and eliminate Canada
France imposed a colossal physical pace in their debut against Colombia and built a three-goal first-half advantage that hinted at the home team's favouritism. However, the 'Coffee Pots' upped their intensity a notch to expose the shortcomings of the hosts' Olympic rivals.
The second half was a representation of the French in the previous World Cup, where offensive imprecision and defensive doubts dominated the European team, however, they managed to maintain the result leaving aside those moments of fear created thanks to Mayra Ramírez and Manuela Pavi.
Those led by Hervé Renard are trying to get through the moment of uncertainty to face the next sporting challenge that could give them direct qualification for the final round and the elimination of a tough opponent.
Canada can't make any more mistakes after chaotic week at Paris 2024 Olympics
Ahead of their Olympic debut, Canadian women's football coaching staff were found spying on New Zealand's training sessions, leading to the suspension of team coach Bev Priestman and the two individuals involved. They will be fined a huge amount.
However, the sanction did not stop there and FIFA decided to impose a sanction on the sporting field, since the team from the north of the American continent lost six points.
The Canadians have no margin for error and will have to win to stay alive. In addition, the victory will have to be followed up against Colombia, given that they must add the six points while waiting for the results of their rivals in the other groups.
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